Intruder Alarm Installation

We provide a professional and friendly intruder alarm installation service. Your home security is not something to take lightly and people should take all sorts of measures to safeguard their loved ones and belongings. The very first option which comes to mind is Intruder Alarm installation. In fact, Police advise having a home alarm system to prevent burglary. If you are not sure where to start, we can help you. We can guide you in deciding which intruder alarm system to buy, and also install it for you.

Wired vs Wireless Intruder Alarm Systems

Wired and wireless intruder alarm systems have their own advantages and disadvantages. Depending on your requirement and after conducting a survey we can advise you on which will be the best option for you.

Disadvantages of Wireless Alarms

If your house has been recently decorated you will probably say no to a wired intruder alarm system, as this requires wires to be installed and sometimes it is not very easy to hide wires. However, wireless alarms have their own setbacks.

Cost

Wireless alarm systems are quite expensive and replacing a door contact or passive infrared sensor can cost a significant amount compared to a wired system.

Interference

Wireless alarms use radio frequencies to communicate with the panel. However, other devices also use the same technology, which means you may get interference. This can make the system malfunction or stop working entirely. In comparison to wired systems, false alarms are relatively higher in wireless systems. Metal objects, electric wires and electric devices can also cause interference.

Battery life time

The control panel is normally connected to the main power and detectors use batteries. When the battery is running out, it can cause difficulties in communicating with the panel.

Security

Wireless alarms use encrypted radio frequencies, however there is the possibility that these signals can be tampered with.

Installation

Many people have been tempted to buy a DIY wireless alarm kit and install it themselves, however this can sometimes lead to malfunctioning intruder alarm systems. Always check whether the alarm panel is compatible with British standard BS50131 and EN54.

Disadvantages of wired alarm systems

Wired alarm systems are very secure and robust. The main challenge in installing a wired alarm system is running the cables, it is not easy to run cables when a house is already decorated. In most cases cables are fed under carpets or floor boards. Installers should be very experienced to run cables and if not it can result in damage to the property.

Expensive labour wired Intruder Alarm Installation

As it requires professional installation, often labour costs are not very cheap and are time consuming.

Not suitable for customers

If you are a tenant and want an intruder alarm installation, a wired alarm may not be a good option.

Verdict

It depends on your personal circumstances and budget, you can ask a professional alarm company or the Police to help you to decide which alarm system is right for you.